A-Model 72173 X-35/X-35 U/E (AS-20 KAYAK) 1/72 – plastic missile model kit

The presented product is a high-quality plastic model kit – A-Model 72173 X-35/X-35 U/E (AS-20 Nato Code KAYAK) in 1/72 scale. It is a faithful miniature of a modern anti-ship missile, primarily used by the Russian military and known under the NATO code AS-20 KAYAK. The kit is intended for aviation modeling enthusiasts and collectors of contemporary weapon systems.

X-35/X-35U/E Missile Model – Technical and Historical Details

The X-35 (Russian: Х-35) is a modern anti-ship missile, produced and used mainly by the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation and its allies. The X-35U and export X-35E variants are developments of the basic missile design, entering service between 1996 and 1997, with production and modifications continuing into the present day. This missile is designed to engage ships with displacements of up to 5,000 tons and can be launched from aircraft, helicopters, surface ships, and, thanks to the Bal version, from land-based platforms as well.

The X-35 has been used multiple times during Russian naval exercises and maneuvers. Its presence is well-documented in the Black Sea region and it has been actively exported to countries such as India and Algeria. This design is a response to well-known Western anti-ship missiles, such as the American Harpoon.

Product Features

• Precise plastic model kit for self-assembly in 1/72 scale
• Includes components characteristic of the X-35/X-35U/E versions
• Safe, high-quality plastic material
• The kit does NOT include glue or paints – to be completed separately
• Recommended for building dioramas of modern conflicts and for advanced military modelers

Product Category

Plastic model kit – a set dedicated to collectors of modern missile weaponry and those fascinated with Russian armaments. The model can serve as a supplement to aircraft or helicopter collections or be displayed independently on a stand.

Recommendation and Assembly Instructions

The A-Model 72173 X-35/X-35 U/E model is an excellent choice for advanced modelers and discerning collectors who value accurate detail and wish to recreate the realities of modern armed forces. Recommended build difficulty: 3/5 – the kit requires experience working with small plastic parts. Detailed reproduction, thoughtful design, and historical background make this a model highly recommended for any modern military modeling enthusiast.